EFCC official explains why Obiano is being held and interrogated

Former Governor Willie Obiano of Anambra State is being questioned by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for the alleged misappropriation of N42 billion from the state.


The former governor is being interrogated for suspected misapplication of N5 billion Sure-P and N37 billion security vote, withdrawn in cash, according to a source in the anti-graft agency who spoke to NAN on Saturday in Abuja.


Part of the funds were also allegedly diverted to finance political activities in the state, according to the source.


The former governor was arrested on Thursday night after handing over to the new governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo.


Mr Wilson Uwujaren, the Head of Media and Publicity of the EFFC, on Friday, said, "The former governor is currently in our custody undergoing interrogation and I cannot say exactly when he will be released.